No forward movement, codes PO720 and P2106

Tiny
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  • 2005 FORD F-150
  • 5.4L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 209,364 MILES
My truck will go backwards but not forwards unless manually put into gear and my speedometer does not work its throwing system to lean bank to and po720 and p2106 coded.
Monday, December 27th, 2021 AT 12:25 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

The P0720 indicates the output speed sensor isn't working. That is the likely cause of the speedo issue.

The P2106 is part of the FMEM system (failure mode effects management). This is a strategy that is used by the powertrain control module to maintain operation in the event of a sensor failure. When a sensor input is identified as out-of-limits by the PCM, an alternative strategy is initiated. Basically, the PCM does adapt to maintain drivability. In this situation, many times it is referred to as limp mode.

The code, P2106, is specific to the TAC (throttle actuator control) system. This again can tie into the lean mixture or drivability issues, but not the transmission concerns you described.

Here is the interesting thing. You mentioned the vehicle is running lean. When the FMEM controls engine management, it usually puts it in a rich mixture. If it is lean, that is an indicator that there may be a large engine vacuum leak or low fuel pressure. So, I need to know if these are the only two codes you retrieved.

Now, the idea that the output speed sensor has likely failed would normally cause rough or delayed shift points, the speedometer not to work, and the vehicle being placed into limp mode, but I'm struggling to see how it would prevent forward movement.

With all of that, I need to know if other codes are present, the lean mixture code you have, if you have a live data scan tool, and if your scanner is able to read can-bus codes.

There is one thing you can check. The output speed sensor is on the left side (driver's side) of the transmission. Check the wiring and connector for damage, corrosion, and make sure the connector is tight. See pic 1 below for the location.

Let me know if you have other codes and if you confirmed the transmission fluid is clean and full.

Take care,

Joe

See pic below.
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Monday, December 27th, 2021 AT 7:24 PM
Tiny
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These are the codes I got off my scanner the p07e8 did disappear after a couple of minutes of my vehicle running and my truck will go forward, but it acts like there's not enough power but if I manually put my truck into 1 gear it drives better and I'm able to move it.
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Monday, December 27th, 2021 AT 8:54 PM
Tiny
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I will be checking my wiring and sensor in the morning when I get off work.
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Monday, December 27th, 2021 AT 8:54 PM
Tiny
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Can a crack in a manifold be the cause of the to lean code?
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Tuesday, December 28th, 2021 AT 6:20 PM
Tiny
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Absolutely, that can cause it. A crack in either the intake or exhaust can cause a lean mixture. If it is in the intake, it will affect both sides of the engine. Since the lean mixture is limited to one side, chances are there is a cracked exhaust manifold allowing air to get into the exhaust. As a result, the O2 sensor thinks it's running lean.

Joe
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Tuesday, December 28th, 2021 AT 9:13 PM

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